Chapter 733
Selena Horton was filled with terror as she stared at the medical report.
She stood up, walked over to the window, opened it to breathe in some fresh air, hoping to calm herself down.
Just then, she caught sight of Lady Gill walking towards the parking lot from behind. Lady Gill was on the phone with Kiera Olsen, her voice full of discontent: “That Selena Horton, I’ve never liked her. Gavin Cobb doesn’t like her either. If it weren’t for Ryan Cobb, our Gill family wouldn’t have accepted such a daughter-in-law. But Ryan is utterly devoted to her, and now with this illness… no one can say anything. There’s nothing we can do p>
Lady Gill finished speaking and walked into the parking lot.
Selena stood frozen on the spot as if struck by lightning p>
It’s true!
Back then, she went through extraordinary efforts to deceive Ryan Cobb, making him believe she genuinely didn’t care about his poverty or his family background, that she loved him solely for who he was.
She had thought marrying into the Cobb family would provide her with a strong backing.
But who would have expected the Cobb family to be so discreet, never permitting her to flaunt their name and act with impunity outside? As a result, her marriage to Ryan hadn’t brought her any advantages within the Horton Family.
The Cobb family was a powerhouse in the Clance social circle—if only they had supported her a little, she and her mother wouldn’t have ended up in such dire straits.
But she later came to terms with it—so be it!
At least she had married Ryan; she wouldn’t have to worry about food or shelter.
Even if she ended up in legal trouble, Ryan would always step in to bail her out, wouldn’t he?
But she never imagined Ryan would develop such a disease! If Ryan died, considering how the Cobb Family and Lady Gill disliked her, his death would likely mark the day she got kicked out of the family!
No.
Selena tightly clenched her fists.
She absolutely couldn’t resign herself to such a fate!
Just then, there was a sudden knock at the door.
Selena snapped back to reality, only to see Ryan walk in. Upon entering, his sorrowful gaze immediately fell on her.
Selena frowned.
Is this appearance meant to prevent her from finding out about his illness?
At that moment, a trace of resentment suddenly welled up in Selena’s heart!
Because he was already on the verge of death, yet he didn’t even have the decency to inform her, to help her plan for the future!
As she was thinking this, Ryan spoke: “Selena, I remember you’ve got 200,000 in savings p>
That money had been part of the dowry Ryan gave her p>
A considerable sum was needed for Ryan’s medical treatments.
Though Ryan could request funding from the Cobb family, he wasn’t comfortable doing so while they still had money at home. He felt it was better to use that savings first.
If the money ran out, then he could consider approaching the Cobb family.
After all… he was only a collateral member of the family. Even if Gavin Cobb favored him, he couldn’t act out of entitlement.
Gavin had already given him more than enough.
But upon hearing this, Selena instantly became anxious.
The Horton Family’s assets were all taken by Lewis Horton after Oliver Horton’s death, and now they belonged to Jake Horton. Her mother and father were still stuck in that mess.
The only money that was truly hers was the dowry, and now Ryan wanted to use it for his treatment? If he died, what would she have left to guarantee her survival p>
She clenched her fist tightly and narrowed her eyes: “Yes. Why do you ask p>
Ryan noticed Selena’s nervousness and recalled the doctor’s words: “Cancer doesn’t always have to be fatal. Many people are defeated by their fear more than the disease itself. So, don’t be scared—approach it positively, and there may be improvement p>
Ryan decided not to reveal the truth to Selena for now.
He stepped forward and gently stroked Selena’s hair: “Selena, you should take out that money. I’ve got an apartment downtown; I’ll put it on the market tomorrow. We’ll need a substantial amount of urgent funds for the family in the future p>
Selena’s fists clenched even more tightly.
This useless man!
Was he seriously going to disregard her survival completely p>
If he died, the money was gone too, and with the house sold, where would she live p>
She bit her lip, stared at Ryan, and after a long moment, forced a smile and nodded: “Sure p>
On the surface, she agreed, but deep down, she was already plotting to transfer the money elsewhere! She couldn’t let it all be squandered by Ryan!
Self-preservation is key—it’s the law of the jungle in this world.
Ryan, don’t blame me—this is the way the world forces us to act!
Selena lowered her gaze gently, masking the darkness within her thoughts.
Ryan had no clue, only offering a faint smile, “Then let’s go sell the apartment tomorrow p>
Selena nodded: “Alright p>
That night, Selena leaned closer to Ryan, but he pushed her away, saying, “It’s not appropriate p>
Selena immediately confirmed it—Ryan truly was ill. Otherwise, why would he refuse the most basic intimacy between husband and wife p>
Early the next morning, Selena got up discreetly. She sneaked into the room, retrieved the property ownership certificate, and left the Cobb family house.
When Ryan woke up, he stretched, got out of bed to look for the certificate—only to discover it was gone!
Selena… was gone too!